2011 Ford F-350 vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN.
Because 2011 Ford F-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-350 | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | F-350 | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
