2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 313 kg more than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 92 L |
