2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caravan and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caravan. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caravan | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |