2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero 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 100 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (100 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 19 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2007 Mahindra Bolero has manual transmission. 2007 Mahindra Bolero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mahindra |
| Model | Catera | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
