2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 657 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Honda Jazz, 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 (270 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz
Make Cadillac Honda
Model Catera Jazz
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2961 cc 1245 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 77 HP
Torque 270 Nm 110 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 80 mm
Top Speed 201 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1048 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 42 L