1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 315 kg more than 1992 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Tundra |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |