2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2006 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
