2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 10 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 32 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 420 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Catera | 120 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |