2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea.
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, 2003 Seat Altea (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Caravan | Altea |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |