2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS 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 51 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Catera | IS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |