2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 390 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (286 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Dakota | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 286 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |