2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 795 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Caravan | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |