1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Catera | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
