2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 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 19 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 810 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caravan | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
