1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 131 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 465 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1999 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Caravan | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
