2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2004 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 332 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (286 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Grand Caravan | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 360 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |