1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 13 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 66 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4. 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, 2010 Citroen C4, 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Catera | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Catera | C4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
