2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2005 Infiniti M were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Because 2005 Infiniti M 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 2005 Infiniti M. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti M 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 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Grand Caravan | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 453 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |