2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN and 2013 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN weights approximately 771 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. 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 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | GRAND CARAVAN | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2247 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |
