2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 11 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
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, 2006 Citroen C5, 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Catera | C5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
