2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2005 MG TF 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 66 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 711 kg more than 2005 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MG TF 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 MG TF. 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Grand Caravan | TF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
