2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 97 L |
