2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 328 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Catera. 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 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Catera | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2033 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |