1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 251 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Catera | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
