2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 693 kg more than 2004 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Dodge Caravan 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Dodge Rolls-Royce
Model Caravan Silver Seraph
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3310 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 490 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1707 kg 2400 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 3120 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 100 L


 

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