2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 142 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Passat, 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 Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Catera | Passat |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
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 | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |