1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 608 kg more than 1996 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3100 mm |
