2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
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 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour 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 141 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1048 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Grand Caravan | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
