2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 437 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. 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, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |
