2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 704 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | EX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |
