1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 11 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 1996 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Quantum |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 14 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3120 mm |