2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 600 kg more than 2009 Saturn Vue.
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, 2009 Saturn Vue (337 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2009 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Dodge | Saturn |
Model | Grand Caravan | Vue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 337 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |