2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caravan and 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. 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 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
