2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (286 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Expedition 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 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3030 mm |
