2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 2 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 110 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 126 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2002 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Catera | Retona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
