2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Acura CSX
To start off, 2006 Acura CSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Catera would be higher. 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 392 kg more than 2006 Acura CSX. 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, 2006 Acura CSX, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura CSX. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura CSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura CSX 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 | 2006 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Catera | CSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
