2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 171 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Caravan | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 391 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |