2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
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 Toyota Matrix, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Catera | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
