2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 122 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Grand Caravan | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |