1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2001 Toyota RSC is newer by 5 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 4,164 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RSC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RSC. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RSC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 314 kg more than 2001 Toyota RSC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RSC 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, 2001 Toyota RSC 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, 2001 Toyota RSC (284 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota RSC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera. 1996 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota RSC has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota RSC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Catera | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Catera | RSC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
