2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. Both 2012 Volkswagen Passat and 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN weights approximately 487 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
Model | Passat | GRAND CARAVAN |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
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 | 280 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2247 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |