2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (351 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Catera | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Catera | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 244 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 | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
