2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 587 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 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Sierra 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 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 2434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
