Hyundai Entourage vs. Dodge Grand Caravan
The all new Hyundai Entourage goes up against the Dodge Grand Caravan.

 
2006 Dodge Grand Caravan SE Pass Van 2007 Hyundai Entourage GLS Pass Van

Dodge Grand Caravan

The new 2007 Hyundai Entourage
General Information    
Estimated Market Price $22,670.96 N/A
Invoice $21,841.00 $22,368.00
List Price $23,265.00 $23,795.00
Vehicle Class Mini Van Mini Van
Overall Satisfaction Rating 73 out of 100 N/A
Performance    
Engine 3.3L 6 Cylinder 3.8L 6 Cylinder
Drive FWD FWD
Transmission 4 speed Automatic OD 5 speed Automatic OD
Compression Ratio 9.30:1 10.40:1
Horsepower 180 hp @5000rpm 242 hp @6000rpm
Torque 210@ 4000 251@ 3500
Bore 3.66 3.78
Stroke 3.19 3.43
Fuel Capacity 20.00 gallons 21.10 gallons
Fuel Type Unleaded Unleaded
Fuel Delivery SEFI MPFI
MPG City 19 18
MPG Highway 26 25
Convenience Features    
Air Conditioning Std Std
Power Windows - Std
Power Door Locks - Std
Tilt Steering Wheel - -
Cruise Control Std Std
Leather Seats - -
Power Seats Std Std
Tachometer - Std
Rear Defroster Std Std
Full Spare - -
Premium Wheels - -
AM/FM Radio Std Std
Cassette Player Opt -
CD Player Std Std
Sunroof - -
MoonRoof - -
Dimensions    
Wheelbase 119.3" 118.9"
Overall Length 200.5" 202.0"
Vehicle Height 68.8" 71.5"
Vehicle Width 78.6" 78.1"
Seating Capacity 7 7
Cargo Capacity (Cars) Not Applicable Not Applicable
Front Headroom (Cars) 39.6" 41.0"
Front Legroom (Cars) 40.6" 41.7"
Rear Legroom 34.7" 40.9"
Payload Capacity (Trucks) Not Applicable Not Applicable
Gross Weight (Trucks) Not Applicable 5898 lbs.
Towing Capacity (Trucks) 2000 1000
Final Assembly Location USA RK

Legend
GRP Not Available for individual purchase RET Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price
STD Standard equipment for this model DLR Dealer installed
PKG Available as part of an option package N/C No Charge
N/R Status not provided by manufacturer N/A Not Available
OPT Optional Equipment PIO Port Installed Option
 - Data Not Available * Note applies to this vehicle

How the Hyundai Entourage stacks up against the Dodge Grand Caravan
by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the Hyundai Entourage to the dealership as the Dodge Grand Caravan. Regarding gas mileage, the Dodge is a bit better than the Hyundai Entourage, but not by much. There frankly isn't much of a difference in gas mileage here, but if you must know, the Dodge Grand Caravan is a tad more economical than the Hyundai Entourage. When it comes to MSRP, the Dodge Grand Caravan costs markedly less than the Hyundai Entourage.

Utility
The Dodge is a better choice than the Entourage regarding hauling capacity, especially if you often need to carry a lot of luggage or sizeable beasts. Neither the Hyundai Entourage nor the Grand Caravan has a marked advantage as far as seating capacity. The Dodge outpulls the Hyundai Entourage by a big margin.

Convenience
You likely won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Dodge Grand Caravan than with the Hyundai, because both offer comparable mileage ranges.

Comfort
Taller drivers will substantially enjoy the extra head room in the Entourage's front cabin compared to the Dodge. The Entourage offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Dodge Grand Caravan does.

Dimensions
The Dodge Grand Caravan's tank is about the same size as the Entourage's, though the Hyundai's is a little bigger. The Entourage rides lower than the Dodge, which is a good thing for its center of gravity and ease of access. The Dodge Grand Caravan and the Hyundai Entourage compete for the same parking spaces.

Performance
With respect to horsepower, the Hyundai Entourage packs quite a punch and will knock the Dodge Grand Caravan down a few rungs. However, note that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
The Hyundai and the Dodge Grand Caravan have about comparable tires. With their comparable turning radiuses, the Dodge and the Hyundai Entourage indubitably handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Hyundai has a more massive engine than the Grand Caravan. Remember that smaller engines are often cheaper to fix, but a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder. Torque equals pickup, and the Hyundai Entourage will have picked up and gone by the time the Dodge Grand Caravan finally gets moving.

Overview
The basic warranty that comes with the Dodge Grand Caravan isn't quite as generous as the Hyundai Entourage's.

 
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