1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Catera | Express |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
