2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Catera | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
