2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 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 76 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Catera | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |