1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 1997 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando. 1997 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2004 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | Catera | Korando |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |