2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 464 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
