2010 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Grand Caravan | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 79 L |