2005 Lincoln Aviator 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 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 144 kg more than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Lincoln | Dodge |
| Model | Aviator | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
