2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 10 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 25 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (176 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 113 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape. 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, 2013 Ford Escape, 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Catera | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Escape |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
