2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac SRX and 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (260 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | SRX | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |