2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 2004 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Catera | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Catera | Familia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |