1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1998 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3490 mm |
