2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 541 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Grand Caravan | Boxter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |