2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
