1995 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Audi A8.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
