1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 955 kg more than 1994 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Caravan | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
