2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 424 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Grand Caravan | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |