2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2003 Dodge Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Caravan (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Dodge Caravan.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Caravan | 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |