2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 3 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 159 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
