1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Venza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2775 mm |