1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa is newer by 4 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 40 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Catera | Previa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |