2009 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 820 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2005 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A5 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
