2003 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 840 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
