2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 4 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 79 kg more than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Catera | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
