2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
