1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord, 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, 1997 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 1997 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord 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 Cadillac Catera | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Catera | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |