2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac Catera and 2005 Fiat Ulysse were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 137 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, 2005 Fiat Ulysse, 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 Fiat Ulysse (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 2005 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Catera | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |