2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 3,310 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 73 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 681 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster 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 (285 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
