1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Avensis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |