1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 1996 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1997 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 1997 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid, 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 Dodge Intrepid (305 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Catera | 1996 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Catera | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 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 Weight | 1705 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
