2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Catera | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Catera | Sienna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |