2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1704 kg more than 2000 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | Excursion |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 759 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 3504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3490 mm |