2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3050 mm |
