2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 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 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 144 L |
