2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
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 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Venture | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |