2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (409 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 136 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Catera | SLK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4146 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |