2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 474 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
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 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 156 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
