2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 79 kg more than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caravan | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
