2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 90 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 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle, 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
