2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2003 Toyota Crown 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 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 71 L |
