2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 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 44 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 705 kg more than 2001 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Catera | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Catera | Patrol |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |