2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 2 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, 2004 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 243 kg more than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
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 (285 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Caravan | ION |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
