2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 706 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Equator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3260 mm |
