2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 330 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (392 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (286 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
