2001 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (239 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 219 kg more than 2006 Lincoln LS.
Because 2006 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Grand Caravan | LS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
