Dodge Grand Caravan vs Ford Explorer Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2016 catalog dimensions. Dodge Grand Caravan · Ford Explorer
- Length202.8 in
- Height67.9 in
- Wheelbase121.2 in
- Ground clearance5.6 in
- Curb weight4,321 lb – 4,483 lb
- Width78.7 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Explorer is 4.5 in shorter (202.8 in vs 198.3 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 2.1 in taller (67.9 in vs 70.0 in)
- Wheelbase: Dodge Grand Caravan has a 8.4 in longer wheelbase (121.2 in vs 112.8 in)
- Ground clearance: Ford Explorer has 2.5 in more ground clearance (5.6 in vs 8.1 in)
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 270 lb heavier (4,402 lb vs 4,672 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Ground clearance: Ford Explorer has 2.5 in more ground clearance (5.6 in vs 8.1 in)
- Wheelbase: Dodge Grand Caravan has a 8.4 in longer wheelbase (121.2 in vs 112.8 in)
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 270 lb heavier (4,402 lb vs 4,672 lb)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 2.1 in taller (67.9 in vs 70.0 in)
- Length: Ford Explorer is 4.5 in shorter (202.8 in vs 198.3 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 4.5 in
- More ground clearanceFord Explorer — Ford Explorer has 2.5 in more clearance
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Dodge Grand Caravan | Ford Explorer | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 202.8 in | 198.3 in | 4.5 in |
| Width | 78.7 in | — | — |
| Height | 67.9 in | 70.0 in | 2.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 112.8 in | 8.4 in |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in | 8.1 in | 2.5 in |
| Curb weight | 4,402 lb | 4,672 lb | 270 lb |
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