2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan

To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Porsche 911 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
Make Porsche Dodge
Model 911 Grand Caravan
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3589 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1953 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1814 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 78 L


 

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