2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2002 Porsche 996

To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 261 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996.

Because 2002 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996
Make Cadillac Porsche
Model Catera 996
Year Released 2000 2002
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2962 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 371 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 82.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2360 mm


 

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