2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Grand Caravan | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 406 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |