2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Caravan and 2004 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (223 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 131 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Caravan | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |