2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 368 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
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 Grand Caravan (271 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Grand Caravan | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 260 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |