2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 4 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 158 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX 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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Dodge | Acura |
Model | Caravan | ZDX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |