2007 Acura TL vs. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 1 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, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL 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 447 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | TL | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1847 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |