2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 176 kg more than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Viano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
