2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Avensis.
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 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caravan | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |