2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 444 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Catera | Silverado |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 5999 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 | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |