2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
