2013 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, both 2013 GMC Sierra and 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 27 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN.
Compare all specifications:
2013 GMC Sierra | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
Make | GMC | Dodge |
Model | Sierra | GRAND CARAVAN |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5222 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2031 mm | 2247 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1869 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |