2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 4 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey.
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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Journey | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |
