2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1997 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 1997 Caterham C21 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 | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
Model | Catera | C21 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2260 mm |