2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 9 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2004 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Caravan | A7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2914 mm |
