2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Caravan | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
