2010 Infiniti EX vs. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan

To start off, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Infiniti EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti EX would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 327 kg more than 2010 Infiniti EX.

Because 2010 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Infiniti EX 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
Make Infiniti Dodge
Model EX Grand Caravan
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3696 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1719 kg 2046 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5151 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1999 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 76 L


 

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