2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia 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) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (312 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
