2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 506 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima. 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, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
