2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Dodge Grand 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 Grand Caravan (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Grand Caravan | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |