2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera 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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 98 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
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, 2007 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2007 Hyundai Azera (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2007 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Catera | Azera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
