1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 7 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
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, 1997 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 1997 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 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 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
Model | Catera | 7 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |