2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 3 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 36 kg more than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari 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 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Grand Caravan | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |