2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (173 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
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 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LaCrosse | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
