2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2003 Cadillac Catera (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Catera | Patrol |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |