2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 69 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Catera | Pickup |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2960 mm |