2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caravan and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 508 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G (301 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caravan | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 96 L |
