2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Catera | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
