2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caravan and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 46 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Caravan | Lancer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |