2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Covie 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 996 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. 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 Suzuki Covie, 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) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (178 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Catera | Covie |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
