1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto 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 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 136 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
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, 2006 Kia Picanto, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Catera | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
