2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 509 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (286 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Cube |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
