2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Caldina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
