Dodge Grand Caravan vs. Ford Transit Connect Review

Utility
The Dodge Grand Caravan will most definitely prove more convenient than the Ford Transit Connect for those of you with frequent kid-cargo.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Grand Caravan packs quite a wallop and will knock the Ford Transit Connect down a few rungs. However, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Dimensions
The Dodge Grand Caravan is substantially more bulky than the Ford Transit Connect. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Grand Caravan than the Ford Transit Connect because of its bigger tank. The Transit Connect and the Dodge Grand Caravan compete for the same parking spaces.

Convenience
You quite certainly won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Ford Transit Connect than with the Grand Caravan, because both offer similar ranges.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Ford Transit Connect is significantly cheaper to get to the dealership than the Dodge Grand Caravan. The Dodge pales in comparison to the Transit Connect when it comes to gas mileage. In terms of gas mileage, the Ford Transit Connect and the Dodge Grand Caravan don't differ much. The Grand Caravan isn't much costlier than the Ford Transit Connect with respect to MSRP.

Handling
With their similar turning radii, the Ford Transit Connect and the Dodge definitely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Dodge Grand Caravan's engine is tremendously more massive than the Ford Transit Connect's. Note that more massive engines may use more gasoline than smaller ones. The Dodge Grand Caravan packs quite a punch compared to the Ford Transit Connect in terms of torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly.

Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the Ford Transit Connect's front cabin compared to the Dodge Grand Caravan. The Ford Transit Connect offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Dodge does.

Warranty
The Ford Transit Connect and the Dodge Grand Caravan have the same basic warranty.