2003 BMW X Activity vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X Activity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X Activity would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X Activity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 111 kg more than 2003 BMW X Activity.
Because 2003 BMW X Activity is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity 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, 2003 BMW X Activity (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X Activity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X Activity | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
