2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (173 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2002 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 2002 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Catera | Caravan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |