2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 720 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (286 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Caravan | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
