1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3240 mm |
