2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (286 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
