1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 6 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, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 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 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
Model | Catera | 7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |