2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1104 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 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hummer |
| Model | Catera | H3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
