2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 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 76 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 388 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Cadillac Catera 2009 Kia Cee'd
Make Cadillac Kia
Model Catera Cee'd
Year Released 2001 2009
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2962 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 85.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1317 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.9 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 53 L


 

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