2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 320 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Caravan | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |