Dodge Grand Caravan 2008 vs Dodge Journey 2011
| Body: | Minivan / MPV | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 3.8 Petrol | 3.6 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 197 HP | 280 HP | |
| Torque: | 230 NM | 353 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Dodge Grand Caravan engine produces 83 HP less power than Dodge Journey, whereas torque is 123 NM less than Dodge Journey. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.4 | 12.4 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 78 litres | 77 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 620 km in combined cycle | 620 km in combined cycle | |
| 760 km on highway | 810 km on highway | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | 182 mm (7.2 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Dodge Journey 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 Journey version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
| Dodge Journey 2011 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 Dodge Journey 2011 3.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.07 m | 4.89 m | |
| Width: | 1.95 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.75 m | 1.69 m | |
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Dodge Grand Caravan is larger. Dodge Grand Caravan is 18 cm longer than the Dodge Journey, 12 cm wider, while the height of Dodge Grand Caravan is 6 cm higher. | |||
| Seats: | 7 seats | no data | |
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 300 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 5 seats: | no data | 300 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1915 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Dodge Grand Caravan is 0.2 metres more than that of the Dodge Journey. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`775 kg | 2`463 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`025 kg | 1`843 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 750 kg | 620 kg | |
| Dodge Grand Caravan load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 17 procentiem more than Dodge Journey. 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 | 11 000 | |
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