2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
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 S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Catera | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |