2010 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V70.
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 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo V70 | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Volvo | Dodge |
Model | V70 | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |