2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 4 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 194 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (450 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A6 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 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Grand Caravan | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
