2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 483 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Equator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3260 mm |
