2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (353 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Dakota | GRAND CARAVAN |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2247 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |