2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 129 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DeVille | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
