2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caravan and 2006 Opel Speedster 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 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 745 kg more than 2006 Opel Speedster.
Because 2006 Opel Speedster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caravan | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 36 L |
