2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 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 3,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 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, 2006 Hummer H3 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, 2006 Hummer H3 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hummer |
| Model | Catera | H3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 159 L |
