2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Catera | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
