2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
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 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caravan | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
