2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 673 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 147 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
