Dodge Grand Caravan vs Ford Aerostar
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1997 Ford Aerostar
Overview
| Spec | Dodge Grand CaravanSE | Ford AerostarBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SE | Base |
| Body style | Minivan | Minivan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2020 | 1997 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Dodge Grand CaravanSE | Ford AerostarBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,530 | $0 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $9,686 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $13,776 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $15,200 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 8 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Dodge Grand CaravanSE | Ford AerostarBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 20 gal | 21 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Dodge Grand CaravanSE | Ford AerostarBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 283 hp (best) | 140 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft (best) | 160 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.6 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Dodge Grand CaravanSE | Ford AerostarBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 140.3 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 3,600 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | — | 1,860 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,510 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 5.8 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in (best) | 118.9 in |
| Length | 203.7 in (best) | 174.9 in |
| Width | 78.7 in (best) | 71.7 in |
| Height | 69 in | 72.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Dodge Grand CaravanSE | Ford AerostarBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 (best) | 3 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Dodge Grand Caravan | Ford Aerostar |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE $27,530 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SE Plus $30,330 MSRP | XLT $0 MSRP |
| 3 | SXT $32,995 MSRP | XLT $0 MSRP |
| 4 | GT Fleet $35,535 MSRP | XLT $0 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Dodge Grand Caravan vs Ford Aerostar FAQ
- Which is better: 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan or 1997 Ford Aerostar?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan vs 1997 Ford Aerostar on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan or 1997 Ford Aerostar?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 Ford Aerostar starts lower at $0. Live Dodge Grand Caravan listings start at $9,686.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan or 1997 Ford Aerostar?
- The 1997 Ford Aerostar leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan or 1997 Ford Aerostar?
- The 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
- Which has better horsepower: 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan or 1997 Ford Aerostar?
- The 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan leads on horsepower in this comparison (283).
- Which has better seats: 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan or 1997 Ford Aerostar?
- The 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan or 1997 Ford Aerostar?
- The 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,600).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan vs 1997 Ford Aerostar?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Grand Caravan (4/5 NHTSA overall).