2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Zafira 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 100 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 313 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. 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 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac Catera | 2000 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
Model | Catera | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |