2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 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, 2002 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3490 mm |