2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 25 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 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger 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 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
