2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (271 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 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 518 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 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 | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
