2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo 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 136 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2003 Renault Kangoo, 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Catera | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
