1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Nissan SUT
To start off, 1999 Nissan SUT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan SUT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Nissan SUT. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan SUT.
Because 1999 Nissan SUT 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, 1999 Nissan SUT 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, 1999 Nissan SUT (372 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan SUT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 1999 Nissan SUT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Catera | SUT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
