2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Grand Caravan | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
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 | 215 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |