2004 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 750 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Civic | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |