2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 5 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Catera (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (188 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Catera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Catera | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Catera | R |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |