2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestyle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestyle (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Freestyle (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
