2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 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, 2008 Hummer H3 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hummer |
| Model | Catera | H3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
