2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Caravan and 2005 Honda HR-V 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) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caravan | HR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 119 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 144 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |