2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 5 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 106 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 10 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, 2006 Ford Ikon, 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2001 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ikon 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 | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
