2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1997 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2000 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1997 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Catera | Caravan |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |