2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 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 12 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 170 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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Caravan | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
