2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
