2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 11 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 92 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. 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, 2011 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Ulysse 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.
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2000 Cadillac Catera | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Catera | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |