2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus.
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 Dodge Caravan (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | Taurus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |