1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva 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 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 119 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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, 1996 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva. 1996 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2007 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2007 Lada Niva 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 | 2007 Lada Niva | |
Make | Cadillac | Lada |
Model | Catera | Niva |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |