2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Catera | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |