2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1373 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | Excursion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 167 L |