2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 36 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 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 2011 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
