2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2006 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MPV (200 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV 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 1074 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Grand Caravan | MPV |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |