2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 3 kg more than 2003 Infiniti M.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Caravan | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |
