2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Tata Estate
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Estate would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Caravan (145 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 101 kg more than 2000 Tata Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Tata Estate 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 2000 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge 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 Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Caravan | Estate |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
