Dodge Grand Caravan vs. Ford E-250 Review

Performance
As far as horsepower, the Ford E-250 packs quite a wallop and will knock the Grand Caravan down a few rungs. However, note that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With its tighter turning radius, the Dodge Grand Caravan is most certainly sprier than the Ford E-250, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; however, remember that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Dodge Grand Caravan's engine is considerably smaller than the Ford's. Remember that smaller engines can be stressed more; on the flip side, smaller engines are often cheaper to fix. Torque equals pickup, and the Ford E-250 will have picked up and gone by the time the Dodge Grand Caravan finally gets moving. The Grand Caravan could learn a lesson or two from the E-250 regarding pickup.

Utility
The Dodge Grand Caravan will most definitely prove handier than the Ford E-250 for those of you with frequent kid-cargo. The Ford outpulls the Dodge Grand Caravan by a large margin.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Ford's front cabin compared to the Dodge. The ampler interior dimensions of the Ford E-250 make it more spacious for your passengers than the Dodge Grand Caravan.

Dimensions
The Ford E-250 is substantially more bulky than the Dodge Grand Caravan. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the E-250 than the Dodge Grand Caravan because of its larger tank. The Dodge Grand Caravan and the Ford E-250 compete for the same parking spaces. The Ford's longer wheelbase will result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the other hand, the Dodge Grand Caravan may give a more agile feel in daily traffic.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Grand Caravan is considerably cheaper to get to the dealership than the Ford E-250. As far as MSRP, the Grand Caravan costs significantly less than the E-250.

Warranty
The E-250 and the Dodge have the same basic after-sale protection.