2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caravan and 2006 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Caravan | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 129 L |