2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caravan | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |