2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Ford Escape | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | Escape |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |