2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Saturn ION
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 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn ION 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 61 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 590 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2006 Saturn ION has manual transmission. 2006 Saturn ION will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Dodge | Saturn |
Model | Grand Caravan | ION |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |