2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
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 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Baja 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 17 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Grand Caravan | Baja |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |