2010 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Grand Livina.
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 (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Grand Livina. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Grand Livina has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Grand Livina 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 | 2012 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 52 L |
