2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Nitro | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |