2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2007 Holden Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Holden Captiva.
Because 2007 Holden Captiva 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, 2007 Holden Captiva 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, 2007 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Caravan | Captiva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |