2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Catera | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
