1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |