2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 8 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, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 61 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 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 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 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Grand Caravan | A7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2914 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |