2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 4 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 91 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 499 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Kia Shuma II, 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II. 2001 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Shuma II has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Shuma II 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 | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Catera | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
