2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1007 kg more than 2005 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (544 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
