2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
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 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 799 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
