1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 403 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Catera | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Tonka |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 4200 mm |
