Dodge Caravan vs. Ford Expedition
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Dodge Caravan and Ford Expedition contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Dodge Caravan and the Ford Expedition.
When we compare the Dodge Caravan's and the Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Caravan has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Ford Expedition has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Caravan's and the Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Caravan is a better car than the Ford Expedition.
Pricing: A used 2007 Dodge Caravan ranges from $2,461 to $10,675 while a used 2007 Ford Expedition is priced between $3,995 to $11,995.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Dodge Caravan’s base engine makes 150 horsepower, and the Ford Expedition base engine makes 300 horsepower. The Caravan is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. The Expedition is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles.This gives the Dodge Caravan the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford Expedition the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Dodge Caravan and Ford Expedition are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings: The Ford Expedition has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$19,420
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
$22,769
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
$18,230 - $29,350
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$26,740
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)
$36,446
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)
$26,740 - $56,860
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$5,169
Price Range:
$2,461 - $10,675
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
$6,009
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
$5,169 - $7,542
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
5
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
82,023
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$7,265
Price Range:
$3,995 - $11,995
Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)
$10,206
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)
$6,567 - $22,283
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
41
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
171,593
# Good or Great Deals:
8
Dodge Caravan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Expedition Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
9.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Caravan
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Expedition
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
1.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
0.8 - 8.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
1.7 - 6.3
Dodge Caravan Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Expedition Rankings
Ranking
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3 out of / 39Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
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4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
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6 out of / 39Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
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13 out of / 39Ranking
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25 out of / 34Ranking
29 out of / 39Ranking
33 out of / 39Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Dodge Caravan Trim Levels
C/V, SE, SXT
Ford Expedition Trim Levels
Eddie Bauer, Limited, SSV Fleet, 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:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
150 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
165 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.040 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
365 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9200 lbs
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):
17 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
340 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 18 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 504 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Bluetooth:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.7 inches
Cargo Space:
55 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
108.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
171.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3763 lbs
Width:
78.6 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Length:
189.3 inches
Wheelbase:
113.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5578 lbs
Width:
91.8 inches
Height:
77.2 inches
Length:
206.5 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
215/70R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearlcoat
Blue
Marine Blue Pearlcoat / Modern Blue Pearlcoat
Gold
Linen Gold Metallic Pearlcoat
Green
Magnesium Pearlcoat
Red
Inferno Red Crystal Pearlcoat
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat
White
Stone White Clearcoat
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clearcoat
Blue
Dark Blue Pearl Clearcoat Metallic
Gold
Not available
Green
Not available
Red
Redfire Clearcoat Metallic
Silver
Silver Birch Clearcoat Metallic
White
Oxford White Clearcoat
Interior Colors
Beige
Dark Khaki/Light Graystone
Gray
Medium Slate Gray
Interior Colors
Beige
Stone
Gray
Not available
