2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla 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 3,310 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 54 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 554 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Grand Caravan | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |