2001 BMW 745 vs. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 29 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
Because 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 745 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
