2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 138 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 Honda Crosstour 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 Honda Crosstour 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 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caravan | Crosstour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1898 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |