2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2001 Daewoo Vada

To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Vada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Vada 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 95 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Vada. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Vada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 392 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Vada. 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, 2001 Daewoo Vada, 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) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Vada. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Vada.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac Catera 2001 Daewoo Vada
Make Cadillac Daewoo
Model Catera Vada
Year Released 2005 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2962 cc 1598 cc
Horse Power 200 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 144 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1313 kg
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2530 mm


 

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