2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 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 27 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 76 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Catera | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Catera | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
