2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 551 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Grand Caravan | Avalon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 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 | 1881 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |