2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 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 239 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
