2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 242 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Catera | Sportage |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |