2006 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3310 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
