1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 365 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 1996 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Venture |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |