2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2005 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 379 kg more than 2005 Opel Zafira. 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 (332 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Grand Caravan | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |