2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 91 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS 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 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | CTS | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
