2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2004 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 346 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.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (398 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Grand Caravan | Expedition |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 398 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |