1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3100 mm |