2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 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 161 kg more than 2011 BMW 525.
Because 2011 BMW 525 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 2011 BMW 525. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 525 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 BMW 525 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Grand Caravan | 525 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |