2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar.
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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Freestar | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |