2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Caravan and 2004 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2004 Mazda RX-8 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 2004 Mazda RX-8. 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 (285 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
