2004 Acura EL vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2004 Acura EL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 564 kg more than 2004 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL, 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2004 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | EL | Catera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
