2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Mazda 5

To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 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 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 46 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5.

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, 2007 Mazda 5, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac Catera 2007 Mazda 5
Make Cadillac Mazda
Model Catera 5
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2961 cc 2260 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.9 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L


 

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