2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2890 mm |
