Dodge Caravan vs. Ford Aerostar
When we compare the Dodge Caravan's and the Ford Aerostar's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Caravan has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Caravan's and the Ford Aerostar's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Caravan is a better car than the Ford Aerostar.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Dodge Caravan’s base engine makes 150 horsepower, and the Ford Aerostar base engine makes 140 horsepower. The Caravan is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 460 miles. The Aerostar is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 441 miles. This gives the Dodge Caravan the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford Aerostar. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Dodge Caravan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Aerostar Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Caravan Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Aerostar Rankings
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Dodge Caravan Trim Levels
Base, ES, LE, SE
Ford Aerostar Trim Levels
Base, XLT
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
150 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
167 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
140 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
160 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 23 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 460 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 441 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated 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:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated 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
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:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.8 inches
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:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
141 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3544 lbs
Width:
76.8 inches
Height:
68.5 inches
Length:
186.3 inches
Wheelbase:
113.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
Not yet available
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
72.3 inches
Length:
174.9 inches
Wheelbase:
118.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available