2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 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 39 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Xedos |
| Model | Catera | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
