1997 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Cadillac Catera
To start off, both 1997 Audi A4 and 1997 Cadillac Catera were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4.
Because 1997 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 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, 1997 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (231 Nm). This means 1997 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4. 1997 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1997 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1997 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1997 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2940 mm |
