2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 381 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 Dodge DURANGO 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 Dodge DURANGO 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 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Grand Caravan | DURANGO |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 2262 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3042 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 93 L |