2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac STS and 2006 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (151 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2006 Cadillac STS 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 2006 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | STS | Caravan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |