2000 Acura Integra vs. 2002 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
Because 2002 Cadillac Catera 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 2002 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra, 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, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2002 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | Integra | Catera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2940 mm |
