2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 398 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caravan | CR-V |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |