1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1856 kg more than 1993 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 6799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3490 mm |
