2004 Chrysler Neon vs. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Neon 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 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 774 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Neon. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Neon | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Neon | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
