2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2005 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo 159 (385 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 159 | Caravan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |