2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 9 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 77 more horse power than 2010 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 589 kg more than 2010 Honda Stream. 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, 2010 Honda Stream, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Stream. 2001 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Stream 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 | 2010 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Catera | Stream |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94.4 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 | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
