2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 886 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Catera | Citi |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1780 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
