2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
