2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander

To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caravan and 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 312 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Caravan 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
Make Dodge Mitsubishi
Model Caravan Outlander
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3310 cc 2376 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1842 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 60 L