2005 BMW 760 vs. 2000 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 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 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 410 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 BMW 760 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 BMW 760. 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 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan. 2005 BMW 760 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 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 2000 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 760 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2880 mm |
