1993 Dodge Grand 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 Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1686 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 2004 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, 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 3261 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 |
