2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
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, 2002 Nissan Quest, 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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Catera | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |