2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Caravan | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Venture |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |