1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Sharan 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 87 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Catera | Sharan |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |