2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (151 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | LaCrosse | Caravan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |