2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 158 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend.
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, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend 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.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1993 Honda Legend | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Catera | Legend |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |