1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 10 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Catera | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
