2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caravan and 2006 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 BMW 335.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2006 BMW 335 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Caravan | 335 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |