2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Catera 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 83 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Catera | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3130 mm |
