2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 543 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Catera | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
