1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick 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 77 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 1997 Ford Maverick 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Maverick 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.
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1998 Cadillac Catera | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Maverick |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |