2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Catera | Z4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |