1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | DeVille | Caravan |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |