2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Caldina 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 43 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Caldina.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Caldina |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |