2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1997 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Lincoln Continental.
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, 1997 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (286 Nm). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1997 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
