2011 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 182 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 974 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Grand Caravan | 500 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |