1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 87 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Catera | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Catera | CTS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3173 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1618 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |