2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 196 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (460 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Caravan | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |
