2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Retona 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 89 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caravan | Retona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
