2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Grand Caravan (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
