2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 337 kg more than 2001 Infiniti I.
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 Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2001 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Grand Caravan | I |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
