2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 99 kg more than 1996 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Caravan |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |