1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1997 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan. 2010 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | F-250 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3967 mm |