2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 7 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 20 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC.
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, 2012 Scion tC, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Scion |
| Model | Catera | tC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
