1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 75 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Catera | C |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |