2010 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
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 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Outback |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
