2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
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 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 174 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Grand Caravan | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 274 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |