2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Catera | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
