2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Isuzu I-350
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 Isuzu I-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu I-350 would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-350 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2006 Isuzu I-350 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 Isuzu I-350 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, 2006 Isuzu I-350 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Isuzu I-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Grand Caravan | I-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3458 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |
