2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (240 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 304 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Catera | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
