2004 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2004 BMW 525 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 (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 97 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 2004 BMW 525. 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, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1847 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
