2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac Catera 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Catera Avensis
Year Released 2002 2001
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2961 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 204 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.9 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L


 

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