2010 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Logan would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 978 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Logan 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 | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Logan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
