2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 10 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, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Catera | TT |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |