2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 11 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 725 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Catera | Tundra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 4180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |