2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. Both 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2013 Chrysler 200 are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler 200. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 424 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 200. 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, 2013 Chrysler 200 (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2013 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 200 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2765 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
