2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | F-450 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 142 L |