2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1201 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
