1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 12 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 739 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Catera | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Taurus |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |