2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 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 3 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 182 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Catera | CC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
