2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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 360 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (286 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Grand Caravan | Raider |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 393 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |