2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
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 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 354 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
