2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 379 kg more than 2001 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Caravan | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |