2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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 76 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
