1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, 2003 Lexus LS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Catera | 2003 Lexus LS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Catera | LS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |