2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 214 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Grand Caravan | Outlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 291 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |