2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord 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 40 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord, 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) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Catera | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |