2000 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX 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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
