2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2290 mm |
