2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 12 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 20 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 208 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. 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, 2012 Buick Verano, 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Buick Verano | |
Make | Cadillac | Buick |
Model | Catera | Verano |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |