2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
