2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 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, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan 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, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
