2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Catera | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |