2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 211 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Tacoma | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |