2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 7 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 550 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 2012 BMW 550. 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 550 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 | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Grand Caravan | 550 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 609 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |