2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Caravan and 2004 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
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 Saab 05-Sep (281 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Dodge | Saab |
Model | Caravan | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |