2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 39 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Catera | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| 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 | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
