2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 291 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Catera 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Cadillac Mitsubishi
Model Catera Magna
Year Released 2000 2001
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2962 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2730 mm


 

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