2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1114 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.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 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 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Grand Caravan | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 115 L |