2010 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 680 kg more than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 505 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2726 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
