Dodge Grand Caravan vs. Chrysler Pacifica

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Pacifica contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Dodge Grand Caravan and the Chrysler Pacifica.

In comparing the Dodge Grand Caravan's and the Chrysler Pacifica's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Grand Caravan has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability and overall quality score. The Chrysler Pacifica has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Grand Caravan's and the Chrysler Pacifica's specifications and ratings, the Chrysler Pacifica is a better car than the Dodge Grand Caravan.

Pricing: A used 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan ranges from $14,988 to $30,665 while a used 2020 Chrysler Pacifica is priced between $18,673 to $34,990.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Dodge Grand Caravan loses 53.8 percent of its value and the Chrysler Pacifica loses 47.8 percent of its value. This means the Chrysler Pacifica retains 5.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Dodge Grand Caravan.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Dodge Grand Caravan is 7.7 out of 10 while the Chrysler Pacifica's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Dodge Grand Caravan being ranked 4 out of 7 Best Minivans and the Chrysler Pacifica being ranked 5 out of 7.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Dodge Grand Caravan is 8.0 out of 10. For the Chrysler Pacifica the reliability rating is 6.1 out of 10. This gives the Dodge Grand Caravan an advantage in reliability compared to the Chrysler Pacifica.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Dodge Grand Caravan’s base engine makes 283 horsepower, and the Chrysler Pacifica base engine makes 287 horsepower. The Grand Caravan is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. The Pacifica is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 532 miles. This gives the Chrysler Pacifica the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Dodge Grand Caravan. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are minivans, the Chrysler Pacifica has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Dodge Grand Caravan has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Chrysler Pacifica has higher safety ratings than the Dodge Grand Caravan, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.