2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Ford C-MAX
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Caravan and 2004 Ford C-MAX 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 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 319 kg more than 2004 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
