2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Caravan and 2004 Opel Vectra 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 32 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 218 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caravan | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
