2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 874 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
