2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 4 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster 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 (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Vue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
