2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 979 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Palio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2380 mm |
