2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy 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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 531 kg more than 2011 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
