2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 4029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |
