2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2003 Cadillac Catera and 2003 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (227 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera. 2003 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2003 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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 | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Catera | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
