2010 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Grand Caravan | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 79 L |