2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
