2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 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 3 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 432 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion FR-S has manual transmission. 2013 Scion FR-S 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 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Cadillac | Scion |
Model | Catera | FR-S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |