2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caravan and 2006 Peugeot 206 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 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. 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 Peugeot 206. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Caravan | 206 |
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 | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |