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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 473 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 | 2792 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2033 kg |
| 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 Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
