2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 71 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend.
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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 1996 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
