2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Lancia Phedra. 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 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caravan | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
