1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 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 99 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
Model | Catera | Octavia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |