1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster 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 119 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 820 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2000 Smart Roadster 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 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Cadillac | Smart |
Model | Catera | Roadster |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |