2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Caravan and 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 686 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Dodge | Skoda |
Model | Caravan | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |