2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan

To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Express 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
Make Chevrolet Dodge
Model Express Grand Caravan
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Van Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5359 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 311 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1953 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1814 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 78 L


 

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