2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 101 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora.
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, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caravan | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
