1995 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 127 kg more than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Grand Caravan | Venza |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2775 mm |