1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 34 kg more than 1998 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3246 mm |