2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 2 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 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 579 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
Because 2006 Maserati MC12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 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 | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Grand Caravan | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |
