2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 136 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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 E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Grand Caravan | E-250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |