1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Catera | Aurora |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |