2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (300 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | STS | Caravan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 180 HP |
Torque | 273 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1842 kg |
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 Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |