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Dodge Caravan II SWB 3.0 V6 (144 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Dodge Caravan:
The Dodge Caravan is a series of minivans manufactured by Chrysler from the 1984 through 2020 model years. The Dodge version of the Chrysler minivans, was marketed as both a passenger van and a cargo van. For 1987, the model line was joined by the long-wheelbase Dodge Grand Caravan. Produced in five generations across 36 model years, the Dodge Caravan is the second longest-lived Dodge nameplate. Initially marketed as the Dodge counterpart of the Plymouth Voyager, the Caravan was later slotted between the Voyager and the Chrysler Town & Country. Following the demise of Plymouth, the model line became the lowest-price Chrysler minivan, ultimately slotted below the Chrysler Pacifica....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II SWB Overview:
Dodge Caravan (II SWB). With 235 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1453 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 6, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.0 V6 (144 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a significant power upgrade over the 4-cylinder, providing smoother and more confident acceleration for suburban and highway driving.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a V6 minivan, though not as efficient as the 4-cylinder, it strikes a good balance for power vs. consumption.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior with flexible seating options
- • Available all-wheel-drive (AWD) for enhanced traction
- • Strong V6 engine options provide ample power for family use
- • Excellent value proposition as a used family vehicle
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys
Cons:
- • Base 4-cylinder engine can feel underpowered, especially with loads
- • Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Some common reliability concerns, particularly with transmissions
- • Fuel economy can be mediocre with larger V6 engines and AWD
- • Interior materials are basic and prone to wear
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1990 - 1990).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dodge |
| Model: | Caravan |
| Generation: | II SWB |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 V6 (144 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1991 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 6-7 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 144 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 48.5 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 235 Nm @ 2400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2972 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 10.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 91.1 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.1 kg/Hp, 99.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.2 kg/Nm, 161.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1453 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 670 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4525 mm mm |
| Width: | 1830 mm mm |
| Height: | 1631 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2853 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1522 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1578 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 130 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/75 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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