2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 168 kg more than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
