1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Caravan | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
