2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 2,460 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 482 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caravan | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3010 mm |
