2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1997 Citroen XM

To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM. 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, 1997 Citroen XM, 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, 1997 Citroen XM (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Catera 1997 Citroen XM
Make Cadillac Citroen
Model Catera XM
Year Released 2000 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2962 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 93.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 73 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 1591 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 80 L


 

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