2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Caravan | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
