2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2002 Proton Juara 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 130 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 741 kg more than 2002 Proton Juara. 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, 2002 Proton Juara, 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2002 Proton Juara has manual transmission. 2002 Proton Juara 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 Proton Juara | |
Make | Cadillac | Proton |
Model | Catera | Juara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |