2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2008 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2008 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | CTS | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |