2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 7 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 22 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Catera | A6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |