2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX 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 163 kg more than 2005 Lexus RX.
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 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (328 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Grand Caravan | RX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
