1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 53 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
