2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 294 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Grand Caravan | Diamante |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 313 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |