2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Dodge | Smart |
Model | Caravan | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |