2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 304 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Caravan | Frontier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |