2003 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 475 kg more than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
