2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40.
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 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Caravan | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
