Dodge Caravan vs. Ford Windstar
When comparing the Dodge Caravan's and the Ford Windstar's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Caravan has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Ford Windstar has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Caravan's and the Ford Windstar's specifications and ratings, the Ford Windstar is a better car than the Dodge Caravan.
Dodge Caravan vs. Ford Windstar Pricing
A used 2003 Dodge Caravan ranges from $2,438 to $7,120 while a used 2003 Ford Windstar is priced between $1,788 to $9,447.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Dodge Caravan’s base engine makes 150 horsepower, and the Ford Windstar base engine makes 200 horsepower. The Caravan is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. The Windstar is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 572 miles.This gives the Dodge Caravan the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford Windstar the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2438 - 7120
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1788 - 9447
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 Windstar Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Caravan Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Windstar Rankings
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Dodge Caravan Trim Levels
CV, SE, Sport
Ford Windstar Trim Levels
Base, Limited, LX Standard, SE, SEL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
7 years / 70000 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):
0.039 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 4900 rpm
Torque:
240 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
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 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 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
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
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
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
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:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.7 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
44.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
170.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.9 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:
44.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3862 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:
3719 lbs
Width:
75.5 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
201.5 inches
Wheelbase:
120.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/70R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/75R15