2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang 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 4,006 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 673 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 4006 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
