2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix are equipped with a 3,786 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Caravan | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 332 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |