2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 BMW Z4

To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW Z4 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 296 kg more than 2005 BMW Z4.

Because 2005 BMW Z4 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 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 2005 BMW Z4
Make Dodge BMW
Model Grand Caravan Z4
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3299 cc 2489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 184 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 237 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 55 L


 

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