2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Bora 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 86 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Catera | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |