2010 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2011 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Grand Caravan | F-250 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 132 L |