2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 149 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.
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, 2012 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Edge 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 | 2012 Ford Edge | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Grand Caravan | Edge |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
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 | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |