2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 565 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 129 L |
