2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 7 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 2013 Infiniti IPL. 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Caravan | IPL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |