2003 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 451 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50.
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, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Caravan | V50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
