1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2001 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2001 Mazda B4000 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 (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000.
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 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B4000 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 | 2001 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Catera | B4000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 324 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |