2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2003 GMC Safari 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 2003 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2003 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
