2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac CTS and 2004 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2004 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 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | CTS | Caravan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |