2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac Catera and 2005 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 4 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Catera | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3516 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1709 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3190 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |