2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
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 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 32 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (312 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
