2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Infiniti Q45
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2005 Infiniti Q45 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 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 47 kg more than 2005 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2005 Infiniti Q45 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 Q45. 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 Q45 (453 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 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 Q45 | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Grand Caravan | Q45 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 340 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 453 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 81 L |