2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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 155 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Caravan | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
