2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 77 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento.
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, 2012 Kia Sorento (336 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2012 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Grand Caravan | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |