2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace 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 | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
