1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Grand Caravan | Excursion |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3490 mm |