2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2009 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lexus LS (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Grand Caravan | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 84 L |