2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory 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 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 770 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Territory 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 Territory | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Territory |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
