2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caravan and 2006 Opel Meriva 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 91 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Meriva. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Caravan | Meriva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |