2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. 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 86 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 475 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Scorpio |
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 | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |