2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Catera (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indica 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 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tata |
| Model | Catera | Indica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
