2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Sunfire 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 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 673 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2000 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |
