2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Caravan 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 36 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
