1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3111 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 GAZ 3111.
Because 2005 GAZ 3111 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 2005 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Caravan | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
