2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 268 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
