2010 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn L would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 713 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Grand Caravan | L |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |
