Dodge Grand Caravan 2008 vs Chrysler Town & Country 2008
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.8 Petrol | 3.6 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 197 HP | 287 HP | |
| Torque: | 230 NM | 353 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
| Dodge Grand Caravan engine produces 90 HP less power than Chrysler Town & Country, whereas torque is 123 NM less than Chrysler Town & Country. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.4 | 10.8 | |
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The Chrysler Town & Country is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Dodge Grand Caravan consumes 1.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Chrysler Town & Country, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Dodge Grand Caravan could require 240 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 78 litres | 76 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 620 km in combined cycle | 700 km in combined cycle | |
| 760 km on highway | 960 km on highway | ||
| Chrysler Town & Country gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Dodge Grand Caravan can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Dodge Grand Caravan version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
| Chrysler Town & Country 2008 3.6 engine: The variable valve timing regulators, oil pump, water pump, and thermostat are known for their limited lifespan. Another common issue is the clogging of oil channels with wear particles.
After ... More about Chrysler Town & Country 2008 3.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.07 m | 5.15 m | |
| Width: | 1.95 m | 2.00 m | |
| Height: | 1.75 m | 1.75 m | |
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Dodge Grand Caravan is smaller. Dodge Grand Caravan is 8 cm shorter than the Chrysler Town & Country, 5 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Seats: | 7 seats | 7 seats | |
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 930 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 7 seats: | no data | 930 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 2340 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight: | 2`775 kg | 2`744 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`025 kg | 2`115 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 750 kg | 629 kg | |
| Dodge Grand Caravan load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 16 procentiem more than Chrysler Town & Country. Therefore, Dodge Grand Caravan is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 4200 | 10 200 | |
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