2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 727 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
