2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 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 907 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
Because 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan 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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-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 | 2008 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |
