2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2004 Caterham 7 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 16 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1307 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 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 Caterham 7. 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Caterham | Dodge |
| Model | 7 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1847 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3040 mm |
