2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 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, 2012 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 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 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (312 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 508 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 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 508 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 338 Nm |
| 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 Length | 5150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2817 mm |
