2007 Acura RDX vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | RDX | Caravan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |