2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Because 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Grand Caravan | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
