2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 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 88 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 550 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Catera | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
