1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 90 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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 Peugeot 408, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Catera | 408 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
