2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Catera 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 133 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 855 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. 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, 2004 Daihatsu Copen, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2004 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2004 Daihatsu Copen 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 | 2004 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Catera | Copen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
