2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 9 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 173 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2009 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Catera | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 102 L |
