2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Catera | 300 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |