1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2001 Cadillac LMP
To start off, 2001 Cadillac LMP is newer by 3 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac LMP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac LMP (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac LMP should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
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, 2001 Cadillac LMP (401 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac LMP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 2001 Cadillac LMP | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Catera | LMP |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3090 mm |
