2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera 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), 2004 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Catera | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Catera | Catera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
