2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 911 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
