2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac Catera and 2005 Saturn Relay were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay 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 Saturn Relay 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 Saturn Relay (299 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
Model | Catera | Relay |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 299 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |