2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Catera | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |