2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 6 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 50 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
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, 2006 Dodge Stratus, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Dodge Stratus | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Catera | Stratus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |