1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 1997 Cadillac Catera and 1997 Peugeot 206 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 655 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. 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, 1997 Peugeot 206, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206. 1997 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1997 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 1997 Peugeot 206 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.
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1997 Cadillac Catera | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Catera | 206 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |