2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 395 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.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 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 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Grand Caravan | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
