2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
