2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 488 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 2010 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
