2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2005 Opel Astra 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 (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 494 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |
