2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W. 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 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
