2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 351 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Grand Caravan | Boxter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |