2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Catera | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
