2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 5 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 63 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 621 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Fit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
