2008 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1850 kg more than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. (343 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 167 L |
