2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 477 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. 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, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Caravan | S60 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
