2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Dodge Viper 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 2005 Dodge Viper. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Caravan | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
