2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 9 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 78 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 362 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Venga, 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, 2003 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Kia Venga | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Catera | Venga |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 178 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 | 1343 kg |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |