2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 967 kg more than 2005 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Caravan | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 332 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
