1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1999 Kia Clarus 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus, 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, 1996 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Catera | Clarus |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |