1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 9 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 77 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Catera | STS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 229 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 | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |