2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac Catera and 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 497 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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 Ford Fiesta, 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
