2005 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
