2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 591 kg more than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Grand Caravan | SRX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |