2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Caravan and 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 129 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 Suzuki Alto 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Caravan | Alto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
