2010 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.
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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Megane |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
