1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Expedition |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |