2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac Catera and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 718 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 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Catera | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 295 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |