1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera. 1996 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Catera | Colt |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2834 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |