2005 Ford GT vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan

To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 462 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.

Because 2005 Ford GT 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 2005 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford GT 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
Make Ford Dodge
Model GT Grand Caravan
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 551 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 352 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 2046 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 5151 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1999 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 76 L


 

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