2001 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 486 kg more than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Express 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 2001 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
