2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 249 kg more than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caravan | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |