2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 524 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Catera | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |