2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 281 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
