2008 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2008 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 253 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus 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, 2008 Ford Taurus 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, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan (343 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Grand Caravan | Taurus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 263 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 338 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |