2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera

To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 341 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Rainier 2000 Cadillac Catera
Make Buick Cadillac
Model Rainier Catera
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2962 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 260 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 85 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2087 kg 1746 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 13.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 68 L


 

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