2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2001 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 2001 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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, 2001 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa. 2001 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Catera | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
