2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Catera (201 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera. 2003 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Catera | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | Catera | Defender |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |
