2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan.
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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dacia | Dodge |
| Model | Logan | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
