2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 339 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Caravan | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |