2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 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 41 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 358 kg more than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caravan | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
