2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 177 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Catera | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
