2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 331 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Catera | AAC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 765 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |