2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Peugeot Partner
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caravan and 2006 Peugeot Partner 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 111 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 642 kg more than 2006 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan 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 Dodge Caravan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot Partner, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Peugeot Partner | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Caravan | Partner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |