2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 420 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
