1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1995 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 1995 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Catera | Musso |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
