2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 91 kg more than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
