2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 2002 Lada 117
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 117 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 605 kg more than 2002 Lada 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 117, 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, 2003 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117. 2003 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada 117 has manual transmission. 2002 Lada 117 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 | 2002 Lada 117 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | Catera | 117 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
