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 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 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 501 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (390 Nm) has 105 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 | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
