2000 Audi A6 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 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 2002 Cadillac Catera
Make Audi Cadillac
Model A6 Catera
Year Released 2000 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 2961 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 246 km/hour 204 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2940 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L