2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (310 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3310 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
