1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 766 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Catera | Armada |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |