The Caravan model boasts an impressive drag coefficient of 0.33, indicating a sleek and aerodynamic design that can improve fuel efficiency and reduce wind noise.
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Drag Coefficient Cd
0.33
Body & Dimensions
The Caravan is a minivan that offers a spacious interior with seating for 7 passengers. It has a length of 5151 mm, width of 1998 mm, and a height of 1725 mm. It has a wheelbase of 3078 mm and a minimum turning circle of 11.92 meters. The approach, departure, and ramp-over angles are 13.4°, 17.5°, and 13.6° respectively, making it suitable for moderate off-road driving.
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Body Type
Minivan
Seats
7
Doors
5
Length
5151 mm 202.8 in.
Width
1998 mm 78.66 in.
Width Including Mirrors
2247 mm 88.46 in.
Height
1725 mm 67.91 in.
Wheelbase
3078 mm 121.18 in.
Front Track
1665 mm 65.55 in.
Rear Track
1647 mm 64.84 in.
Min Turning Circle
11.92 m 39.11 ft.
Approach Angle
13.4°
Departure Angle
17.5°
Ramp Over Angle
13.6°
Ride Height Ground Clearance
142 mm 5.59 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Caravan is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 13.8 l/100 km in urban areas, 9.4 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, and 11.8 l/100 km combined.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
13.8 l/100 km 17.04 US mpg 20.47 UK mpg 7.25 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
9.4 l/100 km 25.02 US mpg 30.05 UK mpg 10.64 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
11.8 l/100 km 19.93 US mpg 23.94 UK mpg 8.47 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a Caravan with a 6-cylinder, 3.6L V-engine that generates 287 horsepower at 6400 rpm and 353 Nm of torque at 4400 rpm. It has a front, transverse engine layout and is a naturally aspirated engine with a multi-port manifold injection fuel system. The engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and the vehicle has a front-wheel drive. The engine has a compression ratio of 10.2 and a DOHC-VVT valvetrain.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
287 Hp @ 6400 rpm.
Power Per Litre
79.6 Hp/l
Torque
353 Nm @ 4400 rpm. 260.36 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Displacement
3604 cm3 219.93 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
96 mm 3.78 in.
Piston Stroke
83 mm 3.27 in.
Compression Ratio
10.2
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC-VVT
Engine Oil Capacity
5.6 l 5.92 US qt | 4.93 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-20 / Chrysler MS-6395
Coolant
12.6 l 13.31 US qt | 11.09 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
6 gears, automatic transmission
Maximum Engine Speed
6800 rpm.
Brakes
The Caravan model comes equipped with ventilated discs for front brakes and disc brakes for the rear, ensuring reliable stopping power. The ABS (Anti-lock braking system) provides additional safety features. The 17-inch wheel rims are paired with 225/65 R17 tires, providing a smooth ride and decent handling.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Tires Size
225/65 R17
Wheel Rims Size
17
Weight & Capacity
The car in question is a Caravan with a weight-to-power ratio of 7.1 kg/Hp (140 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 5.8 kg/Nm (172.2 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 2050 kg (4519.48 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 2744 kg (6049.48 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load of 694 kg (1530.01 lbs.). The trunk/boot space ranges from 2359 l (83.31 cu. ft.) to 4072 l (143.8 cu. ft.), and the fuel tank has a capacity of 76 l (20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal). The permitted trailer load with brakes (12%) is 1633 kg (3600.15 lbs.).
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Weight To Power Ratio
7.1 kg/Hp, 140 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
5.8 kg/Nm, 172.2 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
2050 kg 4519.48 lbs.
Max Weight
2744 kg 6049.48 lbs.
Max Load
694 kg 1530.01 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
2359 l 83.31 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
4072 l 143.8 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l 20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
1633 kg 3600.15 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Dodge - Caravan V (facelift 2011)
The Caravan has a seating capacity of 7 passengers.
The minimum turning circle of the Caravan is 11.92 meters.
The Caravan has a ground clearance of 142 mm or 5.59 inches.
0.33
A lower drag coefficient can improve fuel efficiency and reduce wind noise.
Yes, a drag coefficient of 0.33 is considered very good and indicates a well-designed vehicle.
Petrol (Gasoline)
13.8 l/100 km (17.04 US mpg, 20.47 UK mpg, 7.25 km/l)
11.8 l/100 km (19.93 US mpg, 23.94 UK mpg, 8.47 km/l)
The engine displacement is 3604 cm3 or 219.93 cu. in.
This car has a 6-speed automatic transmission.
The fuel injection system is a multi-port manifold injection.
Ventilated discs for front brakes and disc brakes for the rear.
17 inches.
ABS (Anti-lock braking system).
The EPA estimates 19 mpg city and 25 mpg highway for the Caravan.
The Caravan can seat up to eight passengers comfortably.
Standard features include a rearview camera, Bluetooth connectivity, and a touchscreen infotainment system.
The weight-to-power ratio of the Caravan is 7.1 kg/Hp (140 Hp/tonne).
The maximum load capacity of the Caravan is 694 kg (1530.01 lbs.).
The fuel tank capacity of the Caravan is 76 l (20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal).
