2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Grand Caravan | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |