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 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 78 litres | 77 litres | |
| 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.
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Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.07 m | 4.88 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 19 cm longer than the Dodge Journey, 12 cm wider, while the height of Dodge Grand Caravan is 6 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`463 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 10 600 | 12 000 | |
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