2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 6 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 91 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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, 2008 Honda Fit, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 2008 Honda Fit | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Catera | Fit |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |