2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Ascari A10.
Because 2008 Ascari A10 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 2008 Ascari A10. 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, 2008 Ascari A10 (560 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Dodge | Ascari |
Model | Caravan | A10 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2636 mm |