2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (474 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Catera | X5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |