2008 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 755 kg more than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan (343 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Grand Caravan | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 262 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 332 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |