2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 439 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
