2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 168 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Caravan 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Caravan Condor
Year Released 2000 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1632 kg
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2610 mm


 

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