1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 2 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 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 72 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 497 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 2000 Ford Equator | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Equator |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1787 cc |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1208 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3260 mm |