2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2007 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Catera | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Catera | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |