2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 99 kg more than 2000 Mazda Protege. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Protege |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
