2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 2002 Cadillac CTS and 2002 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 132 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2002 Cadillac CTS 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 CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Caravan. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | CTS | Caravan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |