2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 474 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II 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 2000 Toyota Mark II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand 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, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
