2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2005 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 2005 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Catera | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |