2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 520 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Catera | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
