2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Dakota | Caravan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |