2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2007 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2007 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Cadillac CTS | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | CTS | Catera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |