2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 2002 Cadillac Catera and 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 130 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 830 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Catera | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |