2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento 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 (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 143 kg more than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento 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 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
