2011 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 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 122 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-7. 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 2012 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
