2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 2008 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Catera. 2004 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Catera | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
