2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caravan | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |