2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 44 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Seville.
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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Caravan. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Caravan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |