2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Sorento | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |