2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
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 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Catera | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Catera | Sonata |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |