1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 16 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 80 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (200 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. 1996 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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.
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1996 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Catera | B |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2699 mm |