2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2005 Panoz AIV were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV 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 704 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV.
Because 2005 Panoz AIV 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 Panoz AIV. 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 Panoz AIV (408 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Panoz AIV 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 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Dodge | Panoz |
Model | Grand Caravan | AIV |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 408 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |