2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 307 (297 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Because 2004 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Catera | 307 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
