The Caravan has a drag coefficient of 0.39, indicating a relatively aerodynamic design which can contribute to better fuel efficiency and performance.
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Drag Coefficient Cd
0.39
Body & Dimensions
The Caravans is a spacious minivan offering comfortable seating for up to 7 passengers. It boasts a long wheelbase and generous cargo space, making it ideal for families and road trips. Its fuel-efficient engine and standard features make it a practical and value-packed option in the minivan segment.
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Body Type
Minivan
Seats
7
Doors
4
Length
4897 mm 192.8 in.
Width
1829 mm 72.01 in.
Height
1685 mm 66.34 in.
Wheelbase
3030 mm 119.29 in.
Front Track
1521 mm 59.88 in.
Rear Track
1578 mm 62.13 in.
Min Turning Circle
13.1 m 42.98 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
130 mm 5.12 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Caravan is a petrol-powered vehicle with a combined fuel consumption of 11.2 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 21 US mpg or 25.22 UK mpg.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
11.2 l/100 km 21 US mpg 25.22 UK mpg 8.93 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Caravan is a front-wheel drive vehicle powered by a 3.0-liter, 6-cylinder engine producing 144 horsepower and 172 lb-ft of torque. It features a 5-speed manual transmission and has a front wishbone suspension and rear rigid axle suspension.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
144 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
48.5 Hp/l
Torque
234 Nm @ 2800 rpm. 172.59 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Displacement
2972 cm3 181.36 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
91.1 mm 3.59 in.
Piston Stroke
76 mm 2.99 in.
Compression Ratio
8.9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4.3 l 4.54 US qt | 3.78 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-30, 10W-30 / API SG
Coolant
10.5 l 11.1 US qt | 9.24 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Rigid axle suspension
Brakes
The car in question is a Caravan with ventilated disc brakes in the front and drum brakes at the rear. It has hydraulic power steering and comes with tire size 205/70 R15 and wheel rim size of 15 inches.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Drum
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
205/70 R15
Wheel Rims Size
15
Weight & Capacity
The Caravan model has a weight-to-power ratio of 11.2 kg/Hp and 88.9 Hp/tonne, indicating a good balance between power and weight. The weight-to-torque ratio is 6.9 kg/Nm and 144.5 Nm/tonne, suggesting a decent balance between torque and weight. The kerb weight is 1619 kg, and the trunk boot space is 1020 l. The fuel tank capacity is 76 l.
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Weight To Power Ratio
11.2 kg/Hp, 88.9 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.9 kg/Nm, 144.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1619 kg 3569.28 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
1020 l 36.02 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l 20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Dodge - Caravan II LWB
The fuel efficiency varies depending on the trim level and engine option, but generally ranges from 19 mpg city and 25 mpg highway.
The Caravan has three rows of seating, accommodating up to seven passengers.
Standard features include a rearview camera, Bluetooth connectivity, and a touchscreen infotainment system.
A drag coefficient of 0.39 is relatively low, meaning the Caravan has a streamlined design that reduces air resistance, which can lead to better fuel efficiency and performance.
A lower drag coefficient can result in a smoother and quieter ride, as the car experiences less air resistance when driving at high speeds.
The drag coefficient is determined by measuring the amount of air resistance a car experiences while in motion, and then calculating the coefficient based on that data.
Petrol (Gasoline)
11.2 l/100 km (21 US mpg, 25.22 UK mpg)
8.93 km/l
The engine displacement of the Caravan is 2972 cm3 or 181.36 cu. in.
The Caravan uses a Multi-port manifold injection fuel injection system.
The Caravan has an Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) that drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
The Caravan has ventilated disc brakes in the front.
The Caravan comes with tire size 205/70 R15.
The Caravan has wheel rim size of 15 inches.
The Caravan offers excellent passenger space, a comfortable ride, and a wealth of standard features.
Some models may experience transmission issues, and fuel efficiency is not class-leading.
Standard features include a rearview camera, Bluetooth connectivity, and a touchscreen infotainment system.
The weight-to-power ratio is 11.2 kg/Hp and 88.9 Hp/tonne.
The weight-to-torque ratio is 6.9 kg/Nm and 144.5 Nm/tonne.
