2004 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 528 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (271 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Escape | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
