2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (151 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
