2011 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 606 kg more than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Grand Caravan | Expedition |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 106 L |