2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 2006 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
