2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 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 45 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 407 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.
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2000 Cadillac Catera | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Catera | 407 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |