Volkswagen Routan 2008 vs Dodge Grand Caravan 2008
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.6 Petrol | 3.8 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 283 HP | 197 HP | |
| Torque: | 360 NM | 230 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Volkswagen Routan engine produces 86 HP more power than Dodge Grand Caravan, whereas torque is 130 NM more than Dodge Grand Caravan. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.7 | 12.4 | |
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The Volkswagen Routan is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volkswagen Routan consumes 0.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Dodge Grand Caravan, which means that by driving the Volkswagen Routan over 15,000 km in a year you can save 105 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 77 litres | 78 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 650 km in combined cycle | 620 km in combined cycle | |
| 810 km on highway | 760 km on highway | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Volkswagen Routan 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 Volkswagen Routan 2008 3.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.14 m | 5.07 m | |
| Width: | 1.95 m | 1.95 m | |
| Height: | 1.75 m | 1.75 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Volkswagen Routan is 7 cm longer than the Dodge Grand Caravan, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Seats: | no data | 7 seats | |
| Trunk capacity: | no data | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
4100 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Routan is 0.4 metres less than that of the Dodge Grand Caravan, which means Volkswagen Routan can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`038 | 2`775 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 4200 | |
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