2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
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, 2005 Citroen C5, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Catera | C5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |