1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Ford Expedition.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | Expedition |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |