1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 13 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1136 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 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2870 mm |
