2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 452 kg more than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | STS | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
