2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 5 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (311 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Caravan | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
