2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 247 kg more than 2001 BMW X Coupe.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X Coupe | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |
