2011 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 854 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
