2011 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 414 kg more than 2010 Honda Element. 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, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Grand Caravan | Element |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4328 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |