2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2001 Ford Think Neighbor

To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Think Neighbor 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 70 more horse power than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac Catera 2001 Ford Think Neighbor
Make Cadillac Ford
Model Catera Think Neighbor
Year Released 2005 2001
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2962 cc 1997 cc
Engine Type V electric
Horse Power 200 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 175 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 2670 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1170 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2870 mm


 

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