2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Catera | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Catera | Express |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |