2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 7 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 366 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (349 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Caravan | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
