2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Colorado | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3786 cc |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |