1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 11 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Catera | 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Catera | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2960 mm |
