2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caravan and 2006 Mazda CX-7 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Caravan | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2298 cc |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |