2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 89 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Catera | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |