2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 210 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, 2006 Chrysler 300, 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Catera | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
