2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Caravan and 2005 MG XPower were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 MG XPower.
Because 2005 MG XPower 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 MG XPower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge 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 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Caravan | 2005 MG XPower | |
Make | Dodge | MG |
Model | Caravan | XPower |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |