2011 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 113 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 510 kg more than 2012 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Outback |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1536 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
