2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 889 kg more than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Avalanche | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3040 mm |
