1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Catera | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Catera | C |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 246 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 | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |