2000 Audi TT vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, both 2000 Audi TT and 2000 Cadillac Catera were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT, 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2000 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi TT | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | TT | Catera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |