2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 323 kg more than 2004 Cadillac Catera. 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, 2013 Ford Flex, 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Catera | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Flex |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
