2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 853 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
