2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 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 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350.
Because 2000 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
