2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 5 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Catera | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
