1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
