2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 56 kg more than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Odyssey | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |
