2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda City would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (180 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 767 kg more than 2004 Honda City. 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, 2005 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Honda City | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | City |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
