1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1998 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 1998 Cadillac Catera and 1998 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 635 kg more than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 1998 Citroen Berlingo, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Berlingo 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 | 1998 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Catera | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
