2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Astro and 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Astro 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 Chevrolet Astro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand 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 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Astro | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |