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Dodge Grand Caravan vs. Ford Expedition

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Dodge Grand 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 Grand Caravan and the Ford Expedition.

When we compare the Dodge Grand Caravan's and the Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Grand 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 areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Grand Caravan's and the Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the Ford Expedition is a better car than the Dodge Grand Caravan.

Pricing: A used 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan ranges from $14,988 to $30,665 while a used 2020 Ford Expedition is priced between $29,996 to $50,357.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Dodge Grand Caravan loses 53.8 percent of its value and the Ford Expedition loses 53.5 percent of its value. This means the Ford Expedition retains 0.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Dodge Grand Caravan.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Dodge Grand Caravan is 7.7 out of 10 while the Ford Expedition's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Dodge Grand Caravan being ranked 4 out of 7 Best Minivans and the Ford Expedition being ranked 3 out of 13 Best Large SUVs.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Dodge Grand Caravan is 8.0 out of 10. For the Ford Expedition the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Ford Expedition a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Dodge Grand Caravan.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Dodge Grand Caravan’s base engine makes 283 horsepower, and the Ford Expedition base engine makes 375 horsepower. The Grand Caravan is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. The Expedition is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 543 miles.This gives the Dodge Grand Caravan the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford Expedition the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Ford Expedition, a fullsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Dodge Grand Caravan, a minivan, has the advantage in the area of cargo space.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Ford Expedition has higher safety ratings than the Dodge Grand Caravan, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$27,530

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)

$27,611

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)

$23,080 - $34,045

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$48,990

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)

$53,512

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)

$43,000 - $85,415

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$20,579

Price Range:

$14,988 - $30,665

Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)

$25,080

Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)

$20,451 - $34,342

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

170

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

88,832

# Good or Great Deals:

87

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$39,751

Price Range:

$29,996 - $50,357

Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)

$45,186

Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)

$30,583 - $79,579

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

679

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

74,209

# Good or Great Deals:

333

Dodge Grand Caravan Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.0 / 10

Retained Value:

7.1 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

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 Grand 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):

5.9

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)

6.3

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)

5.7 - 9.5

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

54.2%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.1

Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)

2.8

Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)

0.9 - 39.2

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

11.7

Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)

3

Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)

1.6 - 12

Dodge Grand Caravan Rankings

Best Minivans for Towing

1 / 7

Best Minivans Under $30k

2 / 2

Best Minivans

4 / 7

Most Reliable Minivans

4 / 7

Minivans with the Most Horsepower

5 / 7

Safest Minivans

6 / 7

Most Comfortable Minivans

6 / 7

Minivans with Best Resale Value

7 / 7

Minivans with the Most Cargo Space

7 / 7

Best Minivans for Tall People

7 / 7

Minivans with the Most Legroom

7 / 7

Ford Expedition Rankings

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

1 / 39

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 39

Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 39

Safest Large SUVs

1 / 13

Best Large SUVs for Towing

1 / 13

Best Off-road Large SUVs

1 / 13

Best Family Large SUVs

1 / 13

Most Affordable Large SUVs

2 / 10

Best Large SUVs Under $60k

2 / 7

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $60k

2 / 7

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 39

Best Large SUVs

3 / 13

Large SUVs with the Most Horsepower

3 / 13

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

4 / 39

Best Large SUVs for the Money

4 / 6

Best Large SUVs for Tall People

5 / 13

Most Comfortable Large SUVs

5 / 13

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

6 / 39

Best Gas Mileage Large SUVs

6 / 13

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

7 / 39

Large SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

7 / 13

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

8 / 39

Large SUVs with Best Resale Value

8 / 13

Most Reliable Large SUVs

8 / 13

Large SUVs with the Most Legroom

8 / 13

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

9 / 39

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

10 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

13 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

19 / 21

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

25 / 34

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

29 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

33 / 39

Available Body Styles

Minivan

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Flex Fuel

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Dodge Grand Caravan Trim Levels

GT, SE, SE Plus, SXT

Ford Expedition Trim Levels

King Ranch, Limited, Platinum, XL Fleet, XLT

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 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):

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

3 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

3 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

283 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

260 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.063 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

375 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque:

470 foot-lbs @ 2250 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.069 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

6000 lbs

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


17 / 25 / 20

Range (city/hwy):

340 / 500 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


17 / 23 / 19

Range (city/hwy):

401 / 543 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Bluetooth:

Available

Captain's seat:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Captain's seat:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

Available

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Automatic Parking:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wifi:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

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 Features

Backup camera:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.8 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.7 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

63.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

37 inches

Rear Leg Room:

37.1 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

64.7 inches

Cargo Space:

31.1 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

140.3 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:

78.9 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

190.8 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

42 inches

Front Leg Room:

43.9 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

64.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

40 inches

Rear Leg Room:

41.5 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

64.8 inches

Cargo Space:

20.9 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

104.6 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:

78.9 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

192.8 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4510 lbs

Width:

88.5 inches

Height:

69 inches

Length:

203.7 inches

Wheelbase:

121.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

5443 lbs

Width:

93.4 inches

Height:

76.6 inches

Length:

210 inches

Wheelbase:

122.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

9.8 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

225/65R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy with painted accents

Tire Size:

275/65R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Black Onyx Crystal Pearl Coat

Blue

Indigo Blue Clear Coat

Gray

Granite Pearl Coat

Red

Octane Red Pearl Coat

Silver

Billet Clear Coat

White

White Knuckle Clear Coat

Gold

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Agate Black

Blue

Blue

Gray

Magnetic

Red

Race Red

Silver

Iconic Silver

White

Oxford White

Gold

Desert Gold

Interior Colors

Black

Black/Light Graystone

Beige

Not available

Interior Colors

Black

Ebony

Beige

Medium Stone

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