2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 6 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2011 Audi R8 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 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Grand Caravan | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
