2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2005 Honda Z were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 921 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Honda Z | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Grand Caravan | Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 61 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |