2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna 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 176 kg more than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Grand Caravan | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |