1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 17 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 190 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.
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 Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
