2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Caravan | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 33 L |
