2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2003 Subaru B 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 166 kg more than 2003 Subaru B.
Because 2003 Subaru B 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, 2003 Subaru B 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, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 2003 Subaru B | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Catera | B |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |