2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500.
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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Caravan | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |