2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Grand Caravan | Magna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |