2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
In comparing the 2006 Ford Freestar's and the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Ford Freestar has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Ford Freestar's and the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Ford Freestar is a better car than the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan Pricing
A used 2006 Ford Freestar ranges from $1,495 to $9,739 while a used 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is priced between $2,479 to $32,255.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Ford Freestar’s base engine makes 193 horsepower, and the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan base engine makes 180 horsepower. The Freestar is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 572 miles. The Grand Caravan is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles.This gives the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2006 Ford Freestar the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1495 - 9739
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2479 - 32255
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.518954
Ford Freestar Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Grand Caravan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.771528 / 10
Reliability:
8.014584 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Ford Freestar Rankings
Not yet available
Dodge Grand Caravan Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
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6 out of / 7Ranking
7 out of / 7Ranking
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7 out of / 7Ranking
7 out of / 7Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2006 Ford Freestar Trim Levels
Cargo, Limited, SE, SEL
2006 Dodge Grand Caravan Trim Levels
C/V, SE, SXT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
193 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
240 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
180 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
210 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
416 / 572 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
340 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4080 lbs
Width:
76.4 inches
Height:
68.8 inches
Length:
201 inches
Wheelbase:
120.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4418 lbs
Width:
78.6 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Length:
200.6 inches
Wheelbase:
119.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/65R16