1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Seat Altea, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea. 1997 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Altea 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 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Catera | Altea |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
