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 |