2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 6,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 870 kg more than 2000 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Caravan | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3830 mm |
