2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2005 Lincoln Aviator were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (298 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 301 kg more than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln Aviator 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 Lincoln Aviator. 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 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator 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 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Aviator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
