1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 6 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 40 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Catera | XC90 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.2 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |