2002 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 722 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 106 L |
