2008 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
