2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 77 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour.
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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caravan | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 344 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1763 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |