2005 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2005 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Matiz 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 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Matiz | 2005 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Matiz | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
