2009 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 799 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Rabbit | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
