2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Grand Caravan | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |