2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (408 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1847 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3040 mm |
