2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2001 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper 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 245 kg more than 2001 Dodge Viper.
Because 2001 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (286 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Viper 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 | 2001 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
