2011 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
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 Volkswagen Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 2 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Caravan | Routan |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 311 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 | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |