2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 210 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX 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 2009 Infiniti FX. 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti FX 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 | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Grand Caravan | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
