2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Previa.
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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Previa. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
